If you prioritize a vast, immersive display for HDR gaming and media with deep contrast and vibrant colors, the AOC PD49's larger, ultrawide screen is a standout option despite its higher cost. However, for a balance of high-quality gaming with good color accuracy in a smaller, more desk-friendly size, the LG 27GR95QE offers excellent performance at a lower price. The LG's OLED technology still delivers great contrast and color intensity, suitable for both casual and competitive gaming. But for wide color gamut tasks like print photo editing or HDR video editing, the AOC's capabilities make it a better fit if budget allows. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
6.7/10
8.3/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
3.1 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is only fair.
Media Consumption
9.8/10
7.5/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
656 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$2,350
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) has a price of $2,350 and the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,000.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
9.5/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
656 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
72.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.9/10
5.8/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
111 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
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How the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The LG 27GR95QE-B is a stellar display that makes 1440p again the PC gaming sweet spot due to its high 240Hz refresh rate and fantastic latency. However, its low overall brightness and lack of onboard settings keep it from being great."
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